We may often look around us and become discouraged by how much the world continues moving away from a focus on God and His Will. However, throughout the history of humanity we see again and again the choice to do one’s own thing and go one’s own way. (i.e. Genesis 6:5; Judges 17:6; Judges 21:25) Though God is … [Read more...] about ABRAHAMIC FAITH!
UNTANGLING ASSISTANCE!
Have you ever tried to help a child whose shoelaces became knotted? Perhaps you have also had the experience of that task being made more difficult because the child would not sit still. Being anxious to get back to play -- wiggling their feet or pulling them away as they tried to see what other children were doing -- only … [Read more...] about UNTANGLING ASSISTANCE!
GREAT DIVIDE! (Part 2 of 2)
Yesterday we noted that both opinions and truth can be divisive. However, the truth must be sought out and stood upon for our life and hope to rest on a secure foundation leading to our eternal hope. We also considered a quote of which we pondered some thoughts relative to the first part. Today, let us consider the … [Read more...] about GREAT DIVIDE! (Part 2 of 2)
GREAT DIVIDE! (Part 1 of 2)
Opinions can be divisive. Differing views can separate close friends and even family members. We especially see this in the arena of politics and religion. However -- due to some not wanting to acknowledge absolutes or being unwilling to love the truth (note 2 Thessalonians 2:10) -- truth can be divisive as well. So where do we seek to be … [Read more...] about GREAT DIVIDE! (Part 1 of 2)
If We Just “Believe” is that Enough?
In today’s world, a common religious conversation goes something like this: “Just accept Christ in your heart and you will be saved.” Some say, “Pray the Sinner’s Prayer and Jesus will come into your heart.” In Romans 10:16, Paul says, “But they have not all obeyed the gospel.” Is there something a person has to do to partake of Christ’s plan of salvation? In John 15:10, … [Read more...] about If We Just “Believe” is that Enough?